How much is the train ticket from Boston to Charlotte?

The cheapest train tickets from Boston to Charlotte start from PEN 452. The average price for this train route is around PEN 904. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Boston to Charlotte?

The average train ride duration from Boston to Charlotte is 18h 12m, covering a distance of 714 miles (1152 km). The quickest train can get you there in 17h 35m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Boston to Charlotte route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 9 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Boston to Charlotte?

The earliest train departs from Boston to Charlotte at 8:12am. And the latest train departs at 7:01pm.

Train Boston to Charlotte from PEN 493 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Boston to Charlotte on April 21
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:51pm	Back Bay Station	1d 3h	10:45pm	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	9:25am	Boston Route 128, MA	17h 5m	2:30am	Amtrak Station	Fastest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	9:15am	Back Bay Station	17h 15m	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags
	Train	6:51pm	Back Bay Station	1d 3h	10:45pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	9:15am	Back Bay Station	17h 15m	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Charlotte on April 22
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:51pm	Back Bay Station	1d 3h	10:45pm	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	9:25am	Boston Route 128, MA	17h 5m	2:30am	Amtrak Station	Fastest
	Train	8:18am	Back Bay Station	18h 12m	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	9:15am	Back Bay Station	17h 15m	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags
	Train	8:18am	Back Bay Station	18h 12m	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Charlotte on April 23
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:51pm	Back Bay Station	1d 3h	10:45pm	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	9:25am	Boston Route 128, MA	17h 5m	2:30am	Amtrak Station	Fastest
	Train	8:18am	Back Bay Station	18h 12m	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	9:15am	Back Bay Station	17h 15m	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags
	Train	8:18am	Back Bay Station	18h 12m	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Charlotte on April 24
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:51pm	Back Bay Station	1d 3h	10:45pm	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	9:25am	Boston Route 128, MA	17h 5m	2:30am	Amtrak Station	Fastest
	Train	8:18am	Back Bay Station	18h 12m	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	9:15am	Back Bay Station	17h 15m	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags
	Train	8:18am	Back Bay Station	18h 12m	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Charlotte on April 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:51pm	Back Bay Station	1d 3h	10:45pm	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Train	8:55am	Boston Route 128, MA	17h 35m	2:30am	Amtrak Station	Fastest
Train	8:45am	Back Bay Station	17h 45m	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	8:45am	Back Bay Station	17h 45m	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	8:45am	Back Bay Station	17h 45m	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Charlotte on April 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:51pm	Back Bay Station	1d 3h	10:45pm	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	9:25am	Boston Route 128, MA	17h 5m	2:30am	Amtrak Station	Fastest
	Train	8:18am	Back Bay Station	18h 12m	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	9:15am	Back Bay Station	17h 15m	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags
	Train	8:18am	Back Bay Station	18h 12m	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:18 PM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Boston to Charlotte

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Charlotte. The journey takes about 21 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just PEN 277, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

19bus per day

21h 10mAverage Duration

719 milesDistance

29kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PricePEN 277 - PEN 1,073	Average Duration21h 10m	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e
Train	Average PricePEN 452 - PEN 3,483	Average Duration18h 12m	CO₂ emissions 105kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/55,789 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.6

Based on 5789 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at PEN 452

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Boston, MA, US to Charlotte, NC by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Boston to Charlotte?
The cheapest train tickets from Boston to Charlotte start from PEN 452. The average price for this train route is around PEN 904. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Boston to Charlotte?
The average train ride duration from Boston to Charlotte is 18h 12m, covering a distance of 714 miles (1152 km). The quickest train can get you there in 17h 35m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Boston to Charlotte route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 9 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Boston to Charlotte?
The earliest train departs from Boston to Charlotte at 8:12am. And the latest train departs at 7:01pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

04/19

PEN 1,755

04/20

PEN 1,544

Today

PEN 1,702

04/22

PEN 1,104

04/23

PEN 1,305

04/24

PEN 1,424

04/25

PEN 510

04/26

PEN 707

The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Charlotte, NC was searched and found on Apr 25, 2026 with a price of PEN 510

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Boston, MA, US to Charlotte, NC, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from PEN 510 to PEN 3,928 for a train ticket from Boston, MA, US to Charlotte, NC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PEN 510 which is on 2026-04-25.